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While running solo can be a good way to unwind and get away from it all, running with support makes crushing goals even easier. What’s a marathon finish line without the signs and cheers from the crowd? For folks looking to soak up some community fun while getting active, Cascade Relays offers relay races that […]
Mt. Bachelor is more than just a ski resort with opportunities for all kinds of summer recreation. Brews, sunset dinners and chats with forest rangers offer laidback mountain time with plenty of views. If you’re looking for a little more adventure, there are the always popular zip lining routes and hiking trails, as well as […]
Summer is a special time in Central Oregon: events, tourists and outdoor adventures galore. After the Fourth of July holiday weekend, locals and visitors will see the return of an annual favorite, the Bend Summer Festival, which was canceled in 2020, like so many other events. Downtown Bend comes alive for the weekend with artists, […]
Just an hour north of Bend lies a striking structure that houses The Museum at Warm Springs. The museum is a cultural hub that has been preserving and sharing the traditions of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs since 1993. The annual membership drive is an effort to raise awareness about its mission and to […]
On June 19, 1865, Union Army General Gordon Granger proclaimed freedom from slavery in Texas. Since then, Americans continue to celebrate Juneteenth and emancipation in the United States. The annual holiday will be celebrated locally this year, thanks to several nonprofits and community organizations coming together to host a family-friendly event. Speakers will share the […]
Photographers are encouraged to answer ONDA’s call for submissions for the 2022 Wild Desert Calendar which runs through June 12. “Oregon Natural Desert Association wants to see the desert’s special lands, waters and wildlife protected,” said Lace Thornberg, ONDA communications manager. “We know that people protect what they love, and the Wild Desert Calendar shows […]
Whether you have your sights set on one of the many races coming up this summer, or you’re just looking for a new way to get social while also getting fit, keep these running clubs and training activities on the to-do list. Central Oregon Running Klub hosts a number of group runs for those looking […]
A community tradition is returning this Memorial Day: a reminder of why Americans mark this day as a national holiday. We Are Remembering – Not Just a Number is continuous reading of the names of those who perished in the conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq since 2001. Organizers held the first event in 2008, on […]
The Deschutes Land Trust has a packed calendar for the summer season. From simple wildflower hikes to osteology and outdoor yoga, there’s lots to enjoy among the beauty of Central Oregon this spring. After putting many of its hikes and walks on hold through late May, it’s exciting to see a wide variety of events […]
Asian American violence has been on the rise in the U.S. since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Stop Asian American Pacific Islander Hate, a coalition that tracks reports of violence and harassment against the AAPI community across the nation, reported a steady increase in the number of hate incidents since March 2020. The month […]
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